By Vanessa Casabuena
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and blue.
Red violations are the most serious and are most likely to cause food-borne illness. The violations must be corrected immediately or within a deadline set by the health officer.
Blue violations relate to cleanliness and facility conditions, and are corrected on a set compliance schedule.
A reinspection is required if:
- Red points exceed 45, or
- Total red and blue points exceed 65.
If red points exceed 100 and inspectors find poor managerial control, the establishment may be shut down. Closures can also happen at any time if there is an immediate health hazard, regardless of score. Reopening requires proof that all violations have been corrected.
Wild Child Taps
414 To 418 4th Ave. E
Food Service Establishment
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Inspection Date: 8/20/2026
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Red Points
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Blue Points
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Comments
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15
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0
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No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available.
Food Worker Cards (FWC) unavailable/expired.
Improper cold holding of TCS foods. Arugula, egg salad, lettuce, and tomatoes in prep-top were at 43–44°F. TCS foods must be held at 41°F or below.
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Buzz's Bar & Grill
5018 Mud Bay Road
Food Service Establishment
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Inspection Date: 8/20/2026
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Red Points
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Blue Points
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Comments
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10
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10
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Improper date marking and labeling. Various TCS and cooled foods were observed without date marking or proper labels. TCS foods must be date marked if not used within 24 hours.
Improper food storage. Food was stored on the floor of the walk-in and freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the floor.
Food contact surfaces not properly maintained. Debris and buildup were observed in the freezer and food units.
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Pho Yelm
201 Yelm Ave. E
Food Service Establishment
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Inspection Date: 8/21/2026
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Red Points
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Blue Points
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Comments
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10
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5
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Approved cooling plan not followed. Required written procedures must be followed unless otherwise approved.
Improper cooling location. Prep cold-hold unit was being used to cool a small pan of chicken. Cooling must occur in the walk-in until the product reaches 41°F or below.
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Pizza Time
112 NE Jefferson St.
Food Service Establishment
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Inspection Date: 8/24/2026
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Red Points
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Blue Points
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Comments
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15
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0
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No Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) available. A CFPM is required per permit conditions. Repeat.
Repeat cold-holding violation. Food establishment shall not have repeat violations and must demonstrate compliance.
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The Cove
311 Capitol Way N
Food Service Establishment
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Inspection Date: 8/26/2026
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Red Points
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Blue Points
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Comments
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10
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10
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Improper cold holding of TCS foods. Pico/tomatoes and cabbage mix in prep-top were at 43–46°F. TCS foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Improper children's menu. Children's menu included raw/undercooked animal foods.
No test strips available for warewash sanitizer.
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Dutch Bros Coffee
5210 Capitol Blvd. SE
Coffee Shop
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Inspection Date: 8/27/2026
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Red Points
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Blue Points
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Comments
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10
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5
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Improper cold holding of TCS food. Dairy freeze mix in machine was at 41–50°F. TCS foods must be cold held at 41°F or below.
Blenders not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized every 4 hours. Blenders used for dairy products must be changed or properly cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours.
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Coffee Pub NW
804 79th Ave. SE
Food Service Establishment
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Inspection Date: 8/27/2026
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Red Points
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Blue Points
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Comments
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5
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0
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Improper storage of raw animal products. Raw whole shell eggs were stored above ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the walk-in. Raw animal products must be stored below and away from RTE foods.
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NO VIOLATIONS
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